Reader Submitted
-
Handy Office Supply Sandpaper Sorter
Tired of finding random sizes and grits of sandpaper throughout your shop? This reader has a trick to help you get better organized.
-
Refill Holes Before Re-drilling Them
This reader needed to re-drill his candle holder, but rather than try to recenter the bit in the hole, he found a way to start fresh.
-
Spring Cleaning in the Shop?
Readers share their experiences of spring cleaning (or not) their shops.
-
Bar Clamp Becomes Quick Jobsite Caliper
This reader had trouble getting an accurate reading on a rounded workpiece. A bar clamp provided a quick fix.
-
Project Inspiration vs. Adaptation; Miter Cutting Hints
Readers share their “stick envy” of others’ projects, plus hints on cutting miters.
-
Tool Themed Workshop Clock
We’re flattered that this reader took inspiration for this cool workshop clock from projects he saw on the site.
-
Hand Tool Only Projects: Yea or Nay?
Readers share whether they have built projects entirely with hand tools — and whether Rob should do so.
-
Making a Ball-and-Dowel Push Stick
This reader found that standard push sticks don’t work well for making thin cuts, so built his own easy-to-use tool with a dowel.
-
A Simple Brad Nailer Guide
Looking for a simple guide for your brad or pin nailer? This woodworker found one in his desk drawer.
-
Woodworking Friends and Loans
Readers reflect on their own experiences with loaning woodworking tools and supplies to friends.
